Better Understanding. Better Decisions. Better Performance.

Bringing Order to Chaos Through Leadership

Hi, I’m Billy Schmidt and welcome to FireGroundWorks. I like to think of this site as a place where ideas and creativity meet people who are trying to operate safer and get better. The world is filled with challenge and uncertainty, and the real task is to develop leaders who are adaptable, agile and able to help organizations and communities survive and grow in an unpredictable environment. The “fire ground” is a complex and dangerous place, one that can provide leadership lessons on principles practiced at the point of intensity: where lives can be lost. The leadership insights I have uncovered working in this risk-filled setting are simple but bold; they are principles and practices that inform and can be applied to any organization or everyday life setting. At FGWs, you will see information and posts on leadership, learning, performance and professional development as well as general thoughts on the world around us. It is my desire to continue learning while sharing what I learn along the way.